New. After Rosamond secretly steps in to deal with their financial woes, Dr Lydgate finds his reputation is tarnished. Ladislaw returns to Middlemarch and professes his love for Dorothea. [S]
New. With the prospect of bankruptcy looming, the Lydgates' marriage grows increasingly bitter. The return of Mr Raffles sets off a train of events which will change the lives of everyone. [S]
New. After his death, Dorothea discovers the vindictive codicil to Casaubon's will. Dr. Lydgate's cousin arrives for an extended visit and strikes up a great friendship with the doctor's wife. [S]